As part of the move to type approval, the Department for Transport intends to ditch the sideguard exemptions available for dustcarts, tipping trucks and trailers.
VOSA Prohibitions
Compact external dimensions yet good carrying capacity and an attractive maintenance package were the factors behind Vinci's purchase of 75 Mercedes-Benz Vitos.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Two new MAN TGX 6x2 tractor units have entered service at Highbridge, Somerset -based general haulage and distribution firm RT Keedwell.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
As fuel prices rise to an all time high, Harsh is suggesting that its sheeting system for tippers can "put your diesel on a diet".
TippersBearing damage to the fan clutch may occur, due to overheating, potentially resulting in fire. Analysis shows that the bearings exhibit variation in bearing play, and, if there is insufficient bearing...
Recalls
Three new Isuzu 7.5tonne rigids have joined the fleet of Hi Way Express, distributing home delivery products on behalf of electrical manufacturers and e-commerce businesses.
Rigids
Consumer goods haulier Kammac has taken delivery of 20 MAN TGX 26.440BLS 6x2 tractor units as fleet replacements, bringing its predominantly MAN fleet to 50.
Heavy Goods Vehicles
Waste ejector trailers and kerbside recycling vehicles manufacturer BMI Trailers is now the Northern Ireland dealer for Edbro's hydraulic skiploader and hooklift systems.
Municipal VehiclesRear axle may detach. Because of a manufacturing error, the nearside rear stub axle could start to develop cracks at the inner radius, which could eventually lead to failure of the stub axle and...
Recalls
The Freight Transport Association has unveiled an updated edition of its 'Van Drivers' Handbook'.
Driver CPC
A rear shutter door control, designed to fit onto multi-drop commercial vehicles, will provide bodybuilders with "exceptional business opportunities".
Trailers
In a surprise move, MAN has issued a carefully worded statement concerning "ongoing press speculations on a possible combination" between MAN SE and Scania AB.
Heavy Goods Vehicles